one hot engagement session…alisha and anthony

You may remember this bride to be from her brother’s wedding not too long ago, where she gave a sweet speech that brought the room to tears. What an honor to be able to capture both of these siblings on their special days!

I met up with Alisha and Anthony one extremely hot afternoon for this fun engagement session. We noticed right away that we had more than just 100 degree heat to deal with, but humid and muggy weather, an incredibly bright sun and then a rain storm that just about blew us away! Despite the challenges, these two were pros! Check out their awesome session below!

P.S. They liked to kiss!

Love this one!

Look at Alisha’s stunning eyes! WOW!

Sometimes I ask people to do random things and I always love when they oblige! This time, I spotted a little “treasure” in a store window and quickly asked these love birds if they’d sit down in front of it. Without giving myself away, I wanted to surprise them with a few images where these words were “sweetly singing” in the backgroundYou are my sunshine, My only sunshine…

Caught this right before a rowdy passerby jumped into the frame!

After spending a little time downtown, we headed to the beach to finish up our session. When we arrived it was a typical Florida beach day… Florida being the key word, because it didn’t take long for the sky to darken, the wind to start whipping, the lightening to start popping and us to start running to the car in the rain!

I love the way the wind caught Alisha’s skirt in so many of these images.

So romantic.

These two are some more of my favorites!

There’s that awesome wind!

This one is so serene and peaceful!

Hands down my favorite of the day!

This was taken literally 10 seconds after the lightening struck and the thunder rumbled so loudly that I let out a true “girly scream” and about 10 seconds before the rain started to pour. The clouds are amazing!

Alisha and Anthony- thanks for hanging with me on this adventurous day! I can’t wait until your wedding!

Don’t forget to leave some love by August 5th ! For 25 comments, Alisha and Anthony will receive a free 5×7, for 50 comments they’ll receive a free 8×10!

Ashley -These are all so cute! I really love the “you are my sunshine” pictures. So great.

August 1, 2010 - 6:29 pm

Danielle -I really like the stormy clouds pic, lots of symbolism there especially for a marriage. Best wishes to both of them and remember stormy weather we’re still together. May you always remember the love you share during these days and may it always grow stronger.

August 1, 2010 - 4:58 pm

Melissa Crider-I absolutly loved the Anthony & Alisha’s pictures. My favorite is the one of Alisha standing behind Anthony on the beach.

July 31, 2010 - 1:41 pm

Lindsey -I love all the beach pictures! I think the one at the tables is super cute – definitely one of my favorites!

July 30, 2010 - 3:54 pm

Candida-These pictures are GREAT! I wish the best for her. They look wonderful together.

July 30, 2010 - 11:50 am

Linda -beautiful work, beautiful couple.

July 30, 2010 - 11:40 am

Kathleen-Beautiful job Annie – Alisha and Anthony come across as one simply loving and laid back couple. Congratulations to you both!!

July 30, 2010 - 11:37 am

Maxine -Great pictures, enjoyed them. Can’t wait for the wedding.

July 29, 2010 - 10:55 pm

Jessica Lake -The one where u guys are standing by the rocks both looking over the water is my absolute favorite. They are all gorgeous!!!

July 29, 2010 - 10:23 pm

Sharon-I LOVE that last one! Glad you could capture such a great Florida scene! Two questions- where did you find rocks on a beach in Florida? and Does this couple not sweat? Beautiful as always Annie!

July 29, 2010 - 6:38 pm

Emily Stephens -Great pictures! Love beach pictures!!

July 29, 2010 - 6:17 pm

Anthony -Great job on the photos Annie, thank you!

July 29, 2010 - 5:35 pm

Teri-Great Photos! You guys look so pretty and like you had a blast! Annie is a wonderful photographer and captures the moments:-)

July 29, 2010 - 5:15 pm

Susan Carlton -Great Pictures! Too many favorites to name- but the one with Alisha’s eyes showcased and the You are my Sunshine and Storm clouds are amazing.

July 29, 2010 - 4:49 pm

Sandra Moore-Thank you Annie. Alisha had called the afternoon of the shoot and was really worried about the heat and the weather. She was concerned that you all were drenched in sweat! Got to love Florida in the summer time. 🙂 You guys obviously stuck in there and captured some amazing shots in spite of the obstacles. I can’t wait to see more of the beach pictures. Alisha said you took lots. Great job!!!

July 29, 2010 - 4:45 pm

Meg Moore -Great Job! I love the last one with the stormy clouds 🙂

July 29, 2010 - 3:43 pm

Lynn-Hey! These pics are great you both look so good. She did an awesome job. I really like the sunshine one to it made it special.

July 29, 2010 - 3:11 pm

Alisha Moore -Thank you Annie! I really like them! I love the “you are my sunshine” pics!! What a fun surprise!